Gold Thunder: Autobiography of a NASCAR Champion

By Rex White

Book Overview

Chevrolet fans were wishing for a hero and Rex White made their dreams come true. He took on big muscle cars and eventually won both the 1960 Winston Cup Championship and the Driver of the Year title and was selected as one of NASCAR's Top Fifty Driving Champions. This autobiography is the story of his struggle. Set against the rough and tumble days of early racing history, it gives insight into the sometimes humorous and sometimes tragic experiences of motor sports pioneers. The autobiography also contains information gained through interviews with other racing professionals, including personal stories from NASCAR greats Junior Johnson and Ned Jarrett. The book is well illustrated.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786471751
• ISBN13: 9780786471751
• Release Date: August 2012
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher